OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
sounds. You should also be aware that as there are temperature changes within the unit these sounds will likely
Blower Thermodisc:
When this thermally activated switch turns ON it will create a small "clicking" sound. This is the switch contacts closing and is normal.
Pilot Flame:
While the pilot fl ame is on it can make a very slight "whisper" sound.
Gas Control Valve:
As the gas control valve turns ON and OFF, a dull clicking sound may be audible, this is normal operation of a gas regulator or valve.
Unit Body/Firebox:
Different types and thicknesses of steel will expand and contract at different rates resulting in some "cracking" and "ticking" sounds will be
COPY OF LIGHTING INSTRUCTION PLATE
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING 
This appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes, if any; if none, follow the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA 54, or Natural Gas and Propane Installation Codes, CSA B149.1. (Australia:
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the owner’s information manual provided with this appliance. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier.
A)This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand, following the instructions below exactly.
B)BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
-Do not try to light any appliance
-Do not touch any electric switch, do not use any phone in your building
-Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
-If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
C)Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn by hand, don’t try to repair it, call a qualified service technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion.
D)Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.
E)This appliance needs fresh air for safe operation and must be installed so there are provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air.
CAUTION: Hot while in operation. Do not touch. Severe Burns may result. Due to high surface temperatures keep children, clothing and furniture, gasoline and other liquids having fammable vapors away. Keep burner and control compartment clean. See installation and operating instructions accompanying appliance.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
STOP! Read the safety information above on this label.
heard throughout the cycling process.
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
1) | Always turn the gas valve to off before |
| cleaning. For relighting, refer to lighting |
| instructions. Keep the burner and control |
| compartment clean by brushing and |
| vacuuming at least once a year. When |
| cleaning the logs, use a clean soft paint |
| brush as the logs are fragile and easily |
| damaged. |
2) | Clean (never when unit is hot) appliance, |
FOR UNITS NOT EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRIC SPARK:
1) Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise 
to
“OFF”. Knob cannot be turned from | “PILOT” to “OFF” unless | ||
knob is pushed in slightly. Do not force. |
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2)Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If you then smell gas STOP! follow “B” in the safety information above on this label. If you don’t smell gas, go to the next step.
3)Turn knob on gas control counterclockwise 
to “PILOT”.
4)Push in control knob all the way and hold in. Immediately push black button on spark igniter until pilot lights. Continue to hold the control knob in for about 1/2 minute after the pilot is lit. Release knob and it will pop back up. Pilot should remain lit. If it goes out, repeat steps 3) and 4).
If knob does not pop up when released, stop and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier.
If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas control knob to “OFF” and call your service technician or gas supplier.
5)Turn gas control knob counterclockwise 
to “ON”.
6)Use rocker switch to operate main burner.
FOR ALL PROPANE UNITS AND
UNITS EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRIC SPARK BOXES:
1)Push in gas control knob slightly and turn to “PILOT” position.
2)Push in control knob all the way and hold in until the pilot lights up. Continue to hold the control knob in for about 20 seconds after the pilot is lit. Release knob.
3)Push in gas control knob slightly and turn to "ON" position.
4)Turn ON the flame switch.
Gas Inlet 
door and louvers with a damp cloth. Never |
use an abrasive cleaner. The gold louvers |
(and optional gold door) may be scratched |
if abrasives are used to clean them. |
The heater is fi nished in a heat resistant |
paint and should only be refinished with heat |
resistant paint (not with wall paint). FPI uses |
StoveBrite Paint - Metallic Black #6309. |
TO TURN OFF GAS APPLIANCE
1)Turn off the flame switch .
2)Push in the gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise 
to “OFF” . Do not force .
3)Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed .
You may shut off the pilot during prolonged non use periods to conserve fuel .
DO NOT REMOVE THIS INSTRUCTION PLATE |
3) Make a periodic check of burner for proper |
position and condition. Visually check the |
flame of the burner periodically, making sure |
the fl ames are steady; not lifting or fl oating. |
If there is a problem, call a qualifi ed service |
person. |
4) The appliance and venting system must be |
inspected before use, and at least annually, |
by a qualifi ed fi eld service person, to ensure |
that the fl ow of combustion and ventilation |
air is not obstructed. |
During the annual service call, the burners |
should be removed from the burner tray |
and cleaned. Replace the embers but do |
not block the pilot. |
5) Keep the area near the appliance clear and |
free from combustible materials, gasoline |
and other fl ammable vapours and liquids. |
WARNING: CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURE AND SHOULD STAY AWAYTOAVOIDBURNSORCLOTHING IGNITION.YOUNGCHILDRENSHOULD BE CAREFULLY SUPERVISED WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS THE APPLIANCE.
CAUTION: ANY SAFETY SCREEN OR GUARDREMOVEDFORSERVICINGAN APPLIANCEMUSTBEREPLACEDPRIOR TO OPERATING THE APPLIANCE.
CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE MATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.
6)Each time the appliance is lit, it may cause condensation and fog the glass. This condensation and fog is normal and will disappear in a few minutes as the glass heats up.
Never operate the appliance without the glass properly secured in place or with the door open.
7)Donotusethisapplianceifanyparthasbeen under water. Immediately call a qualifi ed service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace nay part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.
8)Periodically check the pilot fl ames. Correct flame pattern has three strong blue flames: 1 fl owing around the thermopile and 1 around the thermocouple, and 1 fl owing across the rear of the burner (it does not have to be touching the burner).
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